SASKATOON, Saskatchewan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With steady growth of the craft and import segment of the beer market in
the United States, Great Western looks to meet the increasing demand by
expanding into the US with their premium product, Original 16.

There has been a rising interest in premium and craft beer Western
Canadian imports – and Original 16 fits the bill.

“We are thrilled to be introducing Original 16 to our US neighbours and
to share our premium beer made with the finest, 100% Canadian Prairie
ingredients,” said Michael Brennan, President & CEO of Great Western
Brewing Company.

Phase 1 of Original 16’s launch will focus on the southwestern United
States. The expansion will feature four Original 16 varietals: Canadian
Blonde Ale, Canadian Copper Ale, Canadian-Style Radler, and Prairie
White.

Original 16’s import partner, No Limit Brands & Import Services, has
developed great relationships with key distributors and customers in the
US. These relationships pave the way for a warm welcome from the US
market and a successful launch.

About Original 16:

Great Western Brewing Company is a true Saskatchewan success story. Over
25 years ago, after being told their Canadian prairie brewing plant was
to be closed, 16 bold and determined employees stood up and pooled their
resources. They founded the Great Western Brewing Company. This
“Original 16” risked it all, for beer.

In an industry of Goliaths, they were David. Competing against more
experience and more resources, they brewed on. Original 16 has now
become a part of the Canadian character.

Beer drinkers connect with the compelling underdog story that created
this premium Prairie beer.

Original 16 uses only the finest ingredients to brew beer – starting
with 100% Saskatchewan barley. The smoothness and full-bodied flavour
come from a double-aging process – you simply cannot rush great beer.

This summer, try the beer that beat the odds. You’re going to love it.

Contacts

Great Western Brewing Company Ltd.Michael BrennanPresident
and Chief Executive Officerinfo@gwbc.ca

Release Summary

A Beer that Beat the Odds – Great Western’s Original 16 Expands to the US